Michael "Mickey" Scatton

Michael "Mickey" Scatton, 92, of Hazleton, passed away unexpectedly early Monday afternoon at the Manor at St. Luke Village.

Born and raised in Hazleton, he was the son of the late Frank and Margaret (Perkosky) Scatton. As an only child he was the shining star of his mom's life and Mickey was always a loving and caring son.

He was a graduate of Hazleton High School and attended Penn State University. Mickey's career in the food industry began in his family's business, Scatton's Restaurant, on Mine Street. They relocated to Laurel Street and his family were all active employees of the business. After the closing of the Laurel Street location, Mickey founded Scatton's Restaurant on 22nd Street. Scatton's was a premier restaurant in the area, with fine dining and known for its delicious seafood and Italian dishes. Mickey not only enjoyed creating delicious food, he also enjoyed working the front of the restaurant where he greeted and socialized with his loyal patrons.

After Mickey sold the restaurant, he began a new chapter in the food industry. He founded Scatton's Seafood, a storefront business on Chestnut Street, where he was known as the "Seafood King" to his local customers and to those he shipped to. He retailed locally and wholesaled seafood throughout the state. He then moved to a new store on Wyoming Street. Even though he loved his work, at the age of 83, he retired to spend more time with who he loved most, his wife and family.

He celebrated 70 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Eleanor. They enjoyed a simple life of family dinners, listening to Frank Sinatra enjoying summers in their back yard, and most importantly, playing with their grandchildren. Every day, Mickey was at Giant getting more treats of ice cream and snacks to enjoy with his grandchildren. The children's laughter, no matter how loud, always put a smile on his face. His home was filled with joy when he was surrounded by their love.

He was a member of the Valley Country Club and in addition to golf, he enjoyed playing cards in the 19th hole with his old friends. He was also a former member of the Swing Club and Key Club.

He was devout in his faith and was a member of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish, Church of St. Joseph

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Eleanor, on Jan. 31, 2023. Mickey and Eleanor are together for eternity in heaven, watching over their beautiful family.

Mickey leaves behind his loving and devoted children, Michelle Lee, Kelayres; Pamela Shemansky and husband, James, Hazleton; Frank Scatton and wife, Madonna, Mountain Top; treasured grandchildren, whom he was affectionately know to as "Poppy," James Lee III; Michael Lee and wife, Jessica; Rachelle Mallets and husband, Matthew; Kelly Marchetti and husband, Randy; Bryan Shemansky and partner, Nicole Dilulio; Kristina McCole and husband, Bernard; and Michael Scatton and wife, Kelly; cherished great-grandchildren, Gracelyn, Isabella and Michael Lee; Myla, Analee and Kylie Mallets; Ali and Cameron Marchetti; Bernard and Mason McCole; and Frank Scatton; and numerous nieces and nephews and too many friends to mention.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday in Ss. Cyril and Methodius, Parish of St. Joseph.

Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Drums.

Friends may call from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at the church prior to the Mass.

The family thanks Mickey's caregivers, and the staff at St. Lukes for their compassion and kindness.

Donations in memory of Mickey may be made to the charity of choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Joseph B. Conahan Funeral Home Inc., Hazleton.